Niagara police share photo of man wanted in Fort Erie shooting

Niagara police have released a photo of a 28-year-old man who is wanted in connection with a shooting in Fort Erie early Wednesday morning.

Officers say at around 1:30 a.m., a 27-year-old man was found suffering from a gunshot wound to the lower body at a home on Niagara Boulevard between Bertie and Murray streets.

First responders treated the victim and transported him to an out-of-region hospital in stable condition.

Investigators say initial information was obtained that an altercation had taken place between the victim and the suspect outside of a home on Niagara Boulevard.

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They say the incident escalated to a point where the suspect fired a firearm at the victim.

Detectives are looking for Samuel Sawyer of Fort Erie, who is currently wanted for several criminal offences, including aggravated assault, possessing a restricted or prohibited firearm while knowingly not holding a license, and for discharging a firearm with intent to wound.

Police suspect the shooting was targeted and are asking residents to remain vigilant.

Anyone with information on Sawyer’s whereabouts is asked to contact police at 905-688-4111, option 3, ext. 1009700.

Tips can also be provided anonymously to Crime Stoppers of Niagara online or by calling 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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